Aparna Sen advocates for thoughtful film criticism

Aparna Sen, a famous actress and filmmaker, talked about how people today quickly judge movies and books without thinking deeply.

She said good criticism takes time and understanding, like how her father, a well-known critic, used to do.

She and other speakers at the event agreed that serious movie reviews are rare now.

Sen also shared that she makes movies about people who are often ignored in society, like widows or people with mental illnesses.

She said she doesn't plan these themes but they naturally come to her.

The group also talked about how some of her movies, like '36 Chowringhee Lane' and 'The Japanese Wife,' have stayed meaningful over time.